Since moving into the bullpen, Niesen's fastball has been a plus, touching the mid-90s.

Slider:

Some like his slider, but others grade it as below-average.

Changeup:

Niesen's change is a below-average pitch.

Control:

His command is below-average as well.

Physical Description:

Niesen is a small lefty with a low three-quarters arm angle and fits a Dan Reichert-type body mold.

Medical Update:

Healthy.

Strengths:

Plus velocity on his fastball with an interesting arm angle.

Weaknesses:

None of his other pitches grade out average or above.

Summary:

Niesen has found success since moving into Wake Forest's bullpen earlier in the season. His fastball has picked up a few notches, and he throws it with a three-quarter arm angle. That being said, he lacks deception for a lefty reliever and his other pitches lag behind the fastball.